Real Madrid and Barcelona set for January tussle to sign 21-year-old Spanish striker: Reports

Real Madrid are locked in a battle with Barcelona for the services of Alan Godoy, according to journalist Manu Amor. The 21-year-old striker is currently on the books of LaLiga 2 side Eldense but wants to leave this month.

Godoy has appeared 13 times this season, mostly as a substitute, but is yet to score. He initially wanted to move to a fellow LaLiga 2 side, but interest from the LaLiga duo has apparently turned his head.

The Spanish striker has apparently turned down approaches from multiple LaLiga 2 clubs so far. Meanwhile, Real Madrid Castilla are 16th in the Primera Federacion, the third tier of Spanish football, and are in danger of relegation.

Raul's team have lost the likes of Raul Asencio and Lorenzo Aguardo to the senior side and are struggling at the moment. Los Blancos want to reinforce the squad and have set their sights on Amor.

Real Madrid are apparently confident of securing a deal but are wary of the interest from Barcelona. The Catalans also have their eyes on the young striker as they look to bolster their youth ranks.

Los Blancos are apparently willing to offer a transfer fee for Amor this month, which could put them ahead of Barcelona in the race. The Spaniard is under contract until 2027, and both clubs have submitted an offer on the table for him to consider.

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Viktor Gyokeres

Real Madrid and Barcelona both have their eyes on Viktor Gyokeres this year, according to recent reports. The Catalans are laying down succession plans for Robert Lewandowski, who is in the final phase of his career.

The Pole has been on fire this season, registering 25 goals from 25 games so far. However, he is set to turn 37 in August and his contract expires in 2026.

The situation has forced Barcelona to prepare a shortlist of possible successors for the veteran striker. They have reportedly zeroed in on Gyokeres, who has scored 31 times in 29 appearances for Sporting this season.

However, Real Madrid also have their eyes on the 26-year-old. Los Blancos lack a proven No. 9 in their squad, with Kylian Mbappe not a natural in the position. Gyokeres could be a fine fit for the job, but his contract runs until 2028 and he is also wanted at Bayern Munich, Manchester United, and Manchester City.